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English
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"It all started when journalist Jillian Lauren asked LAPD Homicide Detective Mitzi Roberts about which case Roberts was most proud of closing. "Samuel Little," Roberts answered. The now 79-year-old Little had murdered approximately 90 women over six decades and repeatedly got away with the murders due to lack of evidence (or jurisdiction); Roberts finally brought him to justice by tying him to the murders of three Los Angeles women. Surprised she...
Publisher
Gaiam
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
U.S. and world t'ai chi medalist David-Dorian Ross' clear, masterful instruction is captured live in this DVD. The result is more candid, thoughtful expression with pointers that both sharpen your form and deepen the benefits. David guides eight essential t'ai chi ch'uan poses, from Parting the Horse's Mane and to the empowering Crane Spreads Wings. A total-body workout that is more physically charged than its sister practice qigong, this is like...
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Publisher
Pantheon Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"When Kristen Radtke was in her twenties, she learned that, as her father was growing up, he would crawl onto his roof in rural Wisconsin and send signals out on his ham radio. Those CQ calls were his attempt to reach somebody--anybody--who would respond. In Seek You, Radtke uses this image as her jumping off point into a piercing exploration of loneliness and the ways in which we attempt to feel closer to one another. She looks at the very real current...
Publisher
Ecoflix production, Buffalo 8
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
The last stand for trees is about saving the world's last remaining ancient forests. Using the flash-point of British, Colombia's "Battle for the Trees" at FAIRY CREEK - the documentary examines the importance of keeping intact forest ecosystems : here in North America, the Amazon and around the world.
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Series
Drawing manga for beginners volume 1
Publisher
Quarry Books (UBD)
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
In this fun, instructional graphic novel, follow the creative journey of aspiring manga artist Lemon-chan to learn how to draw the fundamentals of the manga style. Learn alongside Lemon-chan as she's guided by her sister Momji, a professional artist who teaches her all about: Making your first attempts at drawing Building consistent drawing skills Tools for drawing, including an overview of digital drawing options Perfect for beginning artists and...
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Whether silently slicing through the water or jumping through the air like acrobats, sharks are fierce and mysterious, powerful and bold. These 12 true stories are sure to make a splash as you read about baby sharks, surprising shark friendships, and daring shark rescues. Meet great whites, hammerheads, and other shark favorites as you dive with National Geographic Explorers. Then discover weird-but-true species that glow in the dark, have teeth...
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Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
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A critical, unflinching cultural history and fierce beacon of hope for a better future, America Redux is a necessary and galvanizing read.
What are the stories we tell ourselves about America?
How do they shape our sense of history,
cloud our perceptions,
inspire us?
America Redux explores the themes that create our shared sense of American identity and interrogates the myths we've been telling
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Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Many people fear the great white shark. But an even deadlier animal lurks in the world's oceans—the killer whale. What would happen if these two faced off? This book looks at the advantages and attack moves of each of these underwater predators. Charts and graphs compare and contrast the two in tooth size, secret weapons, weight, and more. A final narrative tells of an epic battle between the animals. Who will rule the ocean?
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Publisher
Oasis Audio
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
The primal image of the black-caped vampire Dracula has become an indelible fixture of the modern imagination. It's recognition factor rivals, in its own perverse way, the familiarity of Santa Claus. Most of us can recite without prompting the salient characteristics of the vampire: sleeping by day in its coffin, rising at dusk to feed on the blood of the living; the ability to shapeshift into a bat, wolf, or mist; a mortal vulnerability to a wooden...
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English
Description
"This fully revised sixth edition explains the biology behind the clinical options. Whether a reader is at risk and interested in prevention, diagnosed and trying to prevent recurrence, or living with metastatic cancer and seeking ways to survive longer and better, Dr. Love provides the most expert and reassuring support. This revision discusses the new genetic tests, controversies regarding screening, and what you need to know about dense breasts....
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Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
Laughter is the best medicine, and this book has plenty of dosages! Michael Dahl's Big Book of Jokes is packed with jokes and riddles, covering everything from school jokes to knock-knock and animal jokes. Read them on your own, tell them to your friends, and most of all, have a hilarious time!
13) Oppenheimer
Publisher
Wownow Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
The documentary explores famous figure J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American theoretical physicist who was called, "father of the atomic bomb" for his role in the Manhattan Project.
Author
Publisher
First Second
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Thien's first memory isn't a sight or a sound. It's the sweetness of watermelon and the saltiness of fish. It's the taste of the foods he ate while adrift at sea as his family fled Vietnam. After the Pham family arrives at a refugee camp in Thailand, they struggle to survive. Things don't get much easier once they resettle in California. And through each chapter of their lives, food takes on a new meaning. Strawberries come to signify struggle as...
15) Partly cloudy
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Two curious bunnies enjoy watching clouds go by. But when they look at the sky, they see something completely different! While one bunny likes to use his imagination the other bunny can only see the scientific. Together they learn that cloud watching is much more fun when they see it through each other's eyes"--
16) Learning to Lead
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Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
There's a lot more to being a good leader than standing in front of a group and telling them what to do. Effective leadership includes communication skills, confidence, compassion, discipline, and the ability to connect with your audience. This guide discusses the characteristics a leader needs and suggests ways for readers to reach their goals. Readers will also understand why it's important to treat group members with respect and compassion,
...17) Bears are best!
Author
Publisher
Crown Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"It's panda-monium in this rollicking nonfiction picture book about bears habits, habitats, and more"--
18) The velvet queen
Publisher
Oscilloscope Laboratories
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
Français
Description
Chronicles a quest by nature photographer Vincent Munier and writer Sylvain Tesson to document the elusive snow leopard in the Tibetan highlands.
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Series
Publisher
Graphic Universe
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
Español
Description
"Los toques y chirridos de la guitarra eléctrica han contribuido a definir la música pop y rock. Pero pasó más de un siglo de innovación antes de que el instrumento fuera eléctrico. Conoce a los artesanos que crearon la guitarra y los inventores que descubrieron cómo amplificarla para lograr un sonido más fuerte y potente. Esta historia gráfica también destaca a los músicos cuya legendaria forma de tocar puso a la guitarra eléctrica en...
Author
Publisher
Tommy Nelson
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Author Joanna Gaines follows up her #1 New York Times bestselling We Are the Gardeners with The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be. This children's book, beautifully illustrated by Julianna Swaney, celebrates how creativity and acceptance can come together in a bright and beautiful adventure"--
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